Consumer Cloud Demand A Connected Life Market Watch Perspective Cisco Internet Business Solutions Group March 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 1
Connected Life Market Watch Program Service Delivery & Cloud Experiences Scope United States Canada France Italy Approach Market Watch Program Cisco IBSG s recurring primary research program Monitors changing consumer behavior to identify key market transitions Methodology Broadband consumers 20-minute online survey 1,000 total respondents April 2011 Segmentation Used proprietary scoring methodologies to identify consumer technology segments Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Internet Business Solutions Group 2
Key Findings Positive Impact Better Together Certain Features Certain Customers Cloud enhancements positively impact consumers reaction to Connected Life services, and cloud demand is expected to increase Cloud is more powerful as a suite of enhancements vs. a single enhancement Different cloudbased enhancements have stronger consumer interest and impact than others The level of consumer cloud interest (overall and types) differs by customer segments To increase adoption potential for Connected Life services, service providers should strategically include cloud enhancements with their offerings Prioritize the enhancements to balance between coverage / impact and cost (optimization) by aligning the enhancements to company strategy Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Internet Business Solutions Group 3
Agenda Connected Life and cloud services Assessing impact of cloud services on buyer behavior Developing a service provider strategy for consumer cloud services Internet Business Solutions Group 4
1 Connected Life and Cloud Services Internet Business Solutions Group 5
Connected Life Experiences An expanding collection of services that enables consumers to connect from anywhere in order to work, live, play, and learn Connected Life services can give consumers easier control and better quality in their service experience Communication Entertainment Collaboration Monitor & Control Family communication Television programming Gaming Social networking Work applications Healthcare Automotive maintenance Roadside assistance Education Childcare Travel Home appliances Energy management Anyone Anywhere Any Device Any Content or Application Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 6
Consumers Regularly Engage in Connected Life Activities Connected Life Activities by Frequency Percentage of respondents Listen to songs from personal music library 24% 25% 14% 63% Share digital photos 6% 21% 28% 55% Use portable device to check map/directions 9% 19% 19% 47% Once a day Once a week Once a month Question: How often do you? Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 7
Consumers Hierarchy of Needs Leads to Connected Life Activities Social Web Content Tools and Services One-to-Many Sharing of Personal Content: Photos, personal updates, social communities, etc. Facebook has more than 840 million active monthly users (2012), and over half log in daily. Content Digitization: From kilobytes of digital text to terabytes of digital media. On average, 133 GB of storage is needed for each U.S. household, expected to grow at 54% CAGR. Online Service Adoption: Hulu Plus has more than 1.5 million paying subscribers (Jan. 2012). Netflix.com has attracted 26.6 million unique visitors (Nov. 2011). Connectivity and Communications Devices Increased Connectivity: 240 million U.S. Internet users in 2011. Average broadband speed will grow by 3.7 times from 2010 to 2015, from 7.5 Mbps to 27 Mbps. Device Proliferation: From one PC to many personal devices. Over 60 million units of connected personal devices were sold in U.S. in 2010 tablets, netbooks, notebooks, and e-books. Sources: Yankee Group, 2011; Cisco VNI; Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Internet Business Solutions Group 8
Adoption of Connected Life Activities Has Created New Challenges Social Challenges Social and sharing behavior becomes complex to manage Consumers sharing behavior becomes more sophisticated, outpacing their ability to manage activities. Also introduces privacy implications. Content Services Connectivity Devices Large collections are hard to manage and require backup Consolidating content collection on one physical device massively multiplies the risk of losing all of the collection Disjointed experience among online services Online service activities require opening new windows and managing across them, as services have not been integrated into a seamless user experience Devices with connectivity are disconnected from each other Access connectivity alone does not provide a connected experience among devices Multiple devices add to the complexity Each device comes with its own platform and management software, and managing multiple devices is difficult and time-consuming Sources: Yankee Group, 2011; Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 9
Cloud-Based Features Enhance the Consumer Experience Before: Without Cloud After: With Cloud Manual and disjointed experiences Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Automated and unified experiences Internet Business Solutions Group 10
Key Cloud Enhancements Cloud Enhancements* Social Content Services Advanced Sharing See Peer Recommendations Unified Data Management Automatic Back Up Automatic Data Sync One-Time Payment Single-Menu Access Immediate Access Automatically share certain online files and information only with friends and contacts you specify Data back-up and sync among devices from cloud automatically; view, access, and manage data from any Internetenabled device Single interface from multiple sources; pay once regardless of device or vendor Connectivity Devices Any Device / Location Seamless Switching Add New Capabilities Automatically Remote Monitor / Auto Fix Access files from any Internet-enabled device and from any location; switch seamlessly from one device to another Call or click to enable new capability immediately; problems are monitored and fixed remotely and automatically Sources: Yankee Group, 2011; Cisco IBSG, 2011 *Select enhancements and may not cover complete cloud capability. Internet Business Solutions Group 11
Key Cloud Enhancements: How They Work Before: Without Cloud After: With Cloud Social Manually, directly, and individually send files and information Advanced Sharing Recommendation Automatically share certain online files and information only with friends and contacts you specify Content Contents are stored and managed by individual devices. Backup and sync require manual connection and operation. Unified Data Mgmt Automatic Backup Automatic Data Sync All contents are stored / backed up in cloud. View, access, and manage data from any Internet-enabled device. Backup and sync happen automatically. Services Multiple interfaces and payments for content based on device and source (VoD on TV, itunes, Hulu, Amazon.com) One-Time Payment Single-Menu Access Immediate Access Single interface from multiple sources; pay once regardless of devices used Connectivity Files can be accessed only on the device where they reside, and a session cannot be continued on another device Any Device / Location Seamless Switching Access files from any Internet-enabled device, and from any location. Switch services seamlessly from one device to another. Devices Device-driven experience. Troubleshooting and addition of new capabilities happen physically at the device level. Automatic Add Remote Monitor & Auto Fix Call or click to enable new capability immediately. Problems are monitored and fixed remotely and automatically. Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 12
Social and Content-Based Cloud Enhancements: A More Detailed Look Before: Without Cloud After: With Cloud Social Manually send files to friends individually via email or post files online for wide audience Ask friends directly and individually for their recommendations (e.g., calling, texting, email) Advanced Sharing Recommendation Automatically share certain online files only with friends and contacts you specify View friends highest-rated shows and comments stored and posted from cloud (e.g., Facebook) Separate data management by device (e.g., separate photo album on PC, phone, tablet, etc.) Unified Data Management View, access, and manage your data from any Internet-enabled device, regardless of where files are stored Content Connect storage device and save data manually for backup (e.g., PC data saved on external hard drive) Automatic Backup Data on any Internet-enabled device is stored in cloud automatically (e.g., music files on phone kept in cloud) Connect and manually sync across two devices (e.g., connect MP3 to PC and run music application to sync) Automatic Data Sync Sync automatically happens from cloud ( e.g., photos taken on phone can be saved on PC automatically) Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 13
Cloud Enhancements for Services: A More Detailed Look Before: Without Cloud After: With Cloud Services Pay multiple times for content based on device used (for example, cable TV show purchased to download on PC) Each source requires separate individual interaction with own interface (VoD menu on TV, itunes store for purchase, Hulu site for TV show) Content in physical form (e.g., Netflix DVD mail delivery, books shipped from Amazon.com) One-Time Payment Single-Menu Access Immediate Access Pay once for content regardless of how many devices you use to access that content (e.g., a song purchased online can be transferred to multiple devices) Access movies, TV shows, and music from multiple sources through a single portal or user interface (e.g., use TV remote control to browse VoD list, movies saved on PC, and Hulu list on TV screen) Immediate access to movies, TV shows, songs, or electronic books you purchase or rent Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 14
Cloud Enhancements for Connectivity and Devices: A More Detailed Look Before: Without Cloud After: With Cloud Connectivity Files can be accessed only on the device where they are stored (movie on DVR can be viewed only on TV directly connected to DVR) A session cannot be continued on another device (watching a movie on laptop and then continuing on a smartphone requires transferring file and starting the movie again) Any Device / Location Seamless Switching Access files from any Internet-enabled device and from any location (movie saved on DVR at home can be watched on laptop while traveling) Switch services seamlessly from one device to another (IM exchange on PC can continue on smartphone without restarting the session or losing messages) Devices Order new device, wait for delivery, and go through setup process (for example, getting new STB for DVR capability) When service is down (for example, an STB malfunction), user calls customer care and coordinates with SP to fix the problem Automatic Add Remote Monitor & Auto Fix Call or click to enable new capability immediately (e.g., DVR capability from cloud activated using TV remote) SP remotely monitors for problems and automatically fixes problems when they occur (fault on STB detected and reset overnight) Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 15
The Market Is Already Using Cloud To Help Resolve Consumers Needs Unified Data Management Automatic Backup Automatic Data Sync Any Device / Location Automatic Add One-Time Payment Single-Menu Access Immediate Access In June 2011, Apple unveiled icloud, a cloud-computing service that stores music, photos, and documents remotely, as well as eliminating the need to sync devices to a PC Comcast announced initiatives in extending and integrating IP technology to improve the customer experience, accelerate new-product launches, and expand cross-platform experiences 55 members across industries form digital entertainment content ecosystem called Ultra Violet, developing an open common file format standard. Designed to play on any service or device, enabling buy once, play anywhere. Sources: Company websites, DECE, 2011; Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 16
Cloud Enhancements Positively Impact Connected Life Service Buying Behavior Impact of Cloud Enhancement on Consumer Purchase Likelihood (Average) Percentage of respondents 13% 19% 37% 15% 6% 10% Much more likely More likely Somewhat more likely Somewhat less likely Less likely Much Less likely On average, 68% of respondents are more likely to buy a Connected Life service if it has even a single cloud enhancement Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 17
2 Impact of Cloud Services on Buyer Behavior Internet Business Solutions Group 18
How Does Cloud Impact Consumers Actual Buying Behavior? How Each Cloud Enhancement Influences Consumers Assessment of a Connected Life Service Consumer Attitude Toward a Particular Cloud Enhancement Critical Differentiating Mandatory Neutral Negative Consumers are happy when it s present and dissatisfied when it s not Consumers don t expect it to be included, but thrilled when it is Consumer expect it to be there. Not thrilled when it is, but very displeased when it is not Consumers are indifferent to its presence Consumers are displeased when this enhancement is present Enhancement included with your service? Enhancement NOT included with your service? Positive Positive Neutral Neutral Negative Negative Neutral Negative Neutral Neutral Source: ASQ, 2005; Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 19
Cloud Enhancements Impact Consumers Reaction to Connected Life Each cloud enhancement positively impacts one out of three respondents reaction to Connected Life services 33% is based on average per single cloud enhancement Different people value different enhancements; more impact when enhancements combined Some enhancements have stronger consumer interest than others Percent of Respondents Average Response to Individual Cloud Enhancements 100 80 60 40 20 0 Critical: 8% Mandatory: 4% Differentiating: 21% Neutral: 59% Uncertain: 3% Negative: 5% 33% positive Source: Cisco IBSG, based on Kano methodology, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 20
Demand for Cloud Enhancements Is Expected To Increase Average Cloud Enhancement Impact on Connected Life Services Percentage of respondents Total Respondents Early Adopter Early Majority Late Majority Laggard Tech Savvy 18-24 years old 25-29 years old 30-39 years old 40-49 years old 50-59 years old 60-64 years old 65+ years old Younger 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% Mandatory Critical Differentiating Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 21
Cloud Is More Powerful as Complete Experience vs. Single Enhancement Consumer Response Across All Consumer Cloud Enhancements Percentage of respondents No Cloud Impact 25% Positive Cloud Impact 75% Consumer Segmentation Based on Extensiveness of Cloud Reaction No Cloud Interest 25% Some Cloud Interest 1 to 4 cloud 36% enhancements positively impact these consumers reactions Percentage of respondents Complete Cloud Interest 20% Significant Cloud Interest 19% 8 or more individual cloud enhancements positively impact these consumers reactions 5 to 7 cloud enhancements positively impact these consumers reactions 75% of consumers see at least one cloud enhancement as critical, mandatory, or differentiating to Connected Life services Most consumers are influenced by more than one cloud enhancement. For 1 out of 5 respondents, a complete cloud experience is key to meeting their Connected Life needs. Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 22
Some Cloud Experiences Have Stronger Impact than Others Cloud Enhancement Impact on Connected Life Services Remote Mntr / Auto Fix Single Payment Immediate Access Automatic Backup Any-Device Access Single Menu Automatically Add Svcs Data Sync Seamless Switching Unified Data Mgt Advanced Sharing Recommendations Percentage of respondents 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% Mandatory Critical Differentiating Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 23
Cloud Enhancements Impact Buying Behavior Consumers More Likely To Buy When Cloud Enhancements Are Included Percentage of Respondents Consumer Is More Likely To Buy Consumer Is Indifferent Strong Demand Remote Monitoring / Auto Fix Single Payment Immediate Access Automatic Data Backup Any-Device Access Single Menu Auotmatically Add Services Unified Data Management Seamless Switching Data Sync Advanced Sharing Recommendations 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Much more likely More likely Somewhat more likely Somewhat less likely Less likely Much less likely Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 24
Positive Impact of Cloud Enhancements Varies by Targeted Segments Average Cloud Enhancement Impact on Connected Life Services Percentage of respondents Total Respondents Student Retired Channel Preference: "Don't Know" Relatively older, lower income, and less tech savvy Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% Mandatory Critical Differentiating Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 25
Differences in Enhancement Priority Also Exist by Segments Cloud Enhancement Positive Impact on Connected Life Services Recommendations Percentage of respondents Advanced Sharing Seamless Switching Single Menu Any-Device Access Immediate Access Single Payment Unified Data Management Data Sync Automatically Add Services Automatic Backup Remote Monitoring / Auto Fix Channel Preference: Retail Higher importance on interoperability and nonredundancy, including payment Channel Preference: SP Higher importance on automatic and remote capabilities 0% 20% 40% 60% Prefer service provider channel Prefer retail channel Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers Internet Business Solutions Group 26
3 Developing a Strategy for Consumer Cloud Services Internet Business Solutions Group 27
Implications for Service Providers To increase adoption potential for Connected Life services, SPs should strategically include cloud enhancements with their offerings However, Different people value different enhancements Level of consumer interest varies by enhancement More impact when enhancements are combined Different enhancements have stronger impact than others Therefore, prioritize the enhancements consumers are beginning to expect and strategically add enhancements that can differentiate the services Then, How much is enough? How to prioritize? Source: Cisco IBSG, 2012 Internet Business Solutions Group 28
Cloud Segmentation Can Help Target and Prioritize Enhancements Consumer Segmentation Based on Number of Cloud Enhancements Seen as Critical, Mandatory, or Differentiating Percentage of respondents Laggard Do not find any cloud enhancements impactful Late Majority Find 1 to 4 cloud enhancements impactful No Cloud Interest 25% Some Cloud Interest 36% Find 8 or more cloud enhancements Complete impactful Cloud Interest 20% Significant Cloud Interest 19% Leaders, But Want It All Leaders: Early Indicator Find 5 to 7 cloud enhancements impactful Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Internet Business Solutions Group 29
Significant Cloud Interest Segment Provides High-Priority Enhancement Prospects Impact on Connected Life Services for Those with Significant Interest in Cloud 1. Expected Mandatory Critical Differentiating Single Payment Immediate Access Remote Mntr / Auto Fix Automatic Backup Single Menu Any-Device Access Data Sync Seamless Switching Advanced Sharing 2. Differentiating Automatically Add Unified Data Management Recommendations 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% Source: Cisco IBSG Connected Life Market Watch, 2011 Base: U.S. broadband consumers, significant interest segment Internet Business Solutions Group 30
Key Strategic Considerations Prioritizing enhancements to balance coverage / impact and cost (optimization) Aligning enhancements to company strategy Expected features vs. differentiation Target segmentation Brand alignment Technology capability Investment requirements Internet Business Solutions Group 31